She remembered who she was and the game changed
This day for some can be sad if you are alone or you may just not want to get into the big commercialism of the day. This week I have heard people say “we don’t celebrate Valentines Day” or "I totally forgot about it" and I totally understand. I dread this day a little but …
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Yesterday a good friend asked me "how was your week" and I explained that I find the first week of school difficult. She quickly stated "why didn't you call me?" Great question I thought. Why don't I call out to friends when I am having a tricky week? I tend to focus on being my …
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Many Australians celebrate Australia Day in a variety of ways. It can be quite a controversial day for our Indigenous Australians who mourn the loss of their sovereign rights to their land. For some it can mean a game of beach cricket or enjoying the great outdoors or it can just mean being grateful for this …
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This is my latest discovery on the Sunshine Coast. I first discovered a delicious Dukkah at Sourced Grocer Teneriffe, Brisbane and one Saturday I was wondering around the Kawana Waters Farmers Markets and found Alisa who coincidentally made this product I had come to love. I soon discovered that the rest of her Love My …
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While on holidays I always enjoy finding new places to eat and I regularly return to my favourites. The Sunshine Coast not only has the best beaches but also has some fantastic place to buy fresh food and enjoy dining out. I know there are many places to visit but these are my personal favourites …
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On the weekend was my 40th party and there was so much preparation and work that went into this fabulous night. There were generous people like our good friend who used his gerni to clean the tiles before the party and my gorgeous brother in law who organised the eskies and ice. Not forgetting my …
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You will never hear me complain about getting older. My gorgeous husband died at 40 and I see getting older as a gift that he will never enjoy. I am four years younger than my husband so it feels strange that I have caught up to him. Today I am forty and as the smile …
Have you been on a plane and heard the flight attendant tell you to put on your oxygen mask first? The immediate response is, "No way, I need to take care of my kids (husband, mother, best friend, stranger in the seat next to me...). This idea clashes with our instinct doesn't it? What does …
As I wake up at the beach, walk my dog Happy and then make a green juice full of vegetables I can not help feeling lucky. It is still early and the children are sound asleep and I am enjoying looking out to the water. On Sunday we were driving on the highway and six …
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Did you know that when we hold onto the PAIN of our PAST we allow fear to navigate our future. My painful past is important and plays a big part in my life and the lives of my three children. However I am also learning that sometimes it is necessary to stop looking in the …
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Multiple Strengths 